Aircraft shot down near Huambo-Albano Machado Airport

9 fatalities • Huambo-Albano Machado, Angola • Takeoff (climb)

A four-engine aircraft was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile during its initial climb from Huambo, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During the takeoff phase from Huambo-Albano Machado Airport, a four-engine aircraft was struck by a surface-to-air missile. The incident occurred while the plane was in its climb, shortly after departing the runway. Following the impact, the aircraft crashed approximately 20 km north of the airport, in the vicinity of the village of Alto Chyumbu.

There were nine fatalities recorded in the accident, with no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

Investigations into the event indicate that the primary cause of the crash was the impact of a surface-to-air missile during the ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile strike during its climb.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1999-01-02 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Huambo-Albano Machado, Angola?

A four-engine aircraft was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile during its initial climb from Huambo, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1999-01-02 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1999-01-02 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration D2-EHD, operated by Transafrik, at Huambo-Albano Machado, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?